Noida, February 17: The Air Quality Index (AQI) in the National Capital Region (NCR) has once again plunged into the red zone as wind speeds have decreased. Areas in Delhi, Noida, and Ghaziabad are experiencing severe pollution levels. According to the meteorological department, light to moderate rain and strong winds are expected on February 18, … Read more
Thane, October 23 (Udaipur Kiran): Citizens across Thane celebrated Diwali with great enthusiasm this year, leading to a noticeable increase in the use of firecrackers. Despite brief rainfall bringing temporary relief from pollution in the evening, data from the Thane Municipal Corporation (TMC) revealed that air pollution levels rose by 11.1% on the day of … Read more
The research followed children in Shanghai from birth to three years to understand the effect of exposure to fine particles (PM2.5). The study included 124 ASD children and 1,240 healthy children in stages over a nine-year period, examining the association between air pollution and ASD. The study, published in the journal Environment International, is first … Read more
The air quality index was recorded at 334 on Saturday. All construction activities involving excavation have been stopped. Civil construction has also been suspended in Delhi and other NCR districts. All stone crushers and hot mix plants generating dust pollution have been closed.According to officials, Air Quality of Delhi is expected to remain in very … Read more
Stargazing is one of the most calming activities people often prefer to do with their friends, families and dear ones. If we go outside on a clear night, we can’t help ourselves. Our head tilts back, our eyes rise up, and we find ourselves gazing at the stars. But do we really get to see … Read more
For the 30 per cent of Canadians who live within 500 metres of a major roadway, a new study reveals that the type of vehicles rolling past their homes can matter more than total traffic volume in determining the amount of air pollution they breathe. A two-year U of T Engineering study has revealed large … Read more
Air pollution shortens human lives by more than a year, according to a new study from a team of leading environmental engineers and public health researchers. Better air quality could lead to a significant extension of lifespans around the world. This is the first time that data on air pollution and lifespan has been studied … Read more
